Located in South Mumbai, the stretch of 4.3 km long boulevard, the Marine Drive is one of the major hangout spots in the city. Nonetheless, overlooking the Arabian Sea, the Marine Drive is also one of the posh areas and houses many well known personalities of India including business tycoons and bollywood actors. The real estate value of Marine Drive is considered as one of the highest in India and ranks fourth when compared to the world statistics. One of the most expensive homes in the world, the Antilia, belonging to the businessman Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, is located here.

Overlooking the Arabian Sea, the Gateway of India, which is located in Colaba in South Mumbai, is one of the most unique landmarks that was constructed to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in December, 1911.